Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade Soft Pretzels from scratch with this easy recipe. These pretzels are soft on the inside with a perfectly chewy crust, making them a delightful snack or treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Boiling and Topping:
- 2/3 cup baking soda
- 10 cups water (for boiling)
- 1 egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes. Add flour, salt, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms. Knead until smooth.
- Rise the Dough: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 45–60 minutes.
- Shape the Pretzels: Divide dough, roll into ropes, and shape into pretzels.
- Boil the Pretzels: Boil pretzels in water and baking soda for 30 seconds.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 450°F for 12–14 minutes.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, brush warm pretzels with melted butter and cinnamon sugar.
- Pretzels are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a low oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
